Job Description
Nursery Room Leader (Level 3)
Salary: Up to £26,000
Hours: 40 hours per week, all year round
Our client, a welcoming and supportive nursery, is looking for an experienced Level 3 Nursery Room Leader to join their dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early years professional who is ready to take on a leadership role and provide high-quality care and education in an environment that promotes growth, development, and career progression.
What We're Looking For
To succeed in this role, you will need:
* Essential Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential).
* Experience in Early Years Care: Proven experience working in an early years setting with a strong track record of working with children.
* Leadership Skills: Previous experience in a leadership role within a nursery, or the potential and ambition to take on more responsibility.
* Knowledge of EYFS: Strong understanding of the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework and how to implement it effectively in daily practice.
* Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
* Passion for Child Development: A positive, proactive approach with a commitment to supporting children's growth and development.
* Team Leadership & Flexibility: Ability to lead a team, collaborate effectively, and adapt to the needs of the nursery.
What's on Offer
Our client is committed to supporting your professional growth and offers the following benefits:
* Generous Annual Leave: Competitive leave package to promote a healthy work-life balance.
* In-House Training and Qualifications: Access to continuous learning and funding for further qualifications.
* Career Progression: Clear pathways for leadership and career development within the nursery.
* Pension Scheme: Secure your future with a company pension scheme.
Your Role
As a Nursery Room Leader, you will be responsible for leading a dedicated team within your room, ensuring high standards of care and education. Your duties will include:
* Leading a Team: Leading and motivating a team of nursery practitioners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education.
* Planning and Delivering Activities: Planning and implementing age-appropriate activities that support children's development, creativity, and learning.
* Observing and Assessing Progress: Observing and assessing children's progress, creating and reviewing individual development plans.
* Supporting Children's Routines: Encouraging children's independence and supporting them in their daily activities and routines.
* Building Strong Relationships: Developing positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues to ensure a nurturing and welcoming environment.
* Maintaining a Safe and Stimulating Environment: Overseeing a safe, clean, and stimulating room environment that meets health and safety standards.
* Collaborating with the Team: Working closely with the nursery team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and share best practices.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nursery Practitioner ready to step into a leadership role. If you're passionate about early years education and ready to take on new challenges while progressing in your career, we would love to hear from you!
Reference: WILL82461/CC
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